MHT CET · Chemistry · General Organic Chemistry
Which of the following compounds does NOT exhibit optical isomerism?
- A 2-Iodo-3-methylbutane
- B 3-Iodohexane
- C 2-Iodopentane
- D 2-Iodo-2-methylbutane
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(D) 2-Iodo-2-methylbutane
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Detailed explanation

In option (4), Given molecule have no chiral centre. So that it is not show optical isomerism.
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